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“I fully realize that the new organization is a human rather than a perfect instrumentality for the attainment of its great objective. As time goes on it will, I am sure, be improved.”

Quote by Cordell Hull

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Cordell Hull was an American politician who served as the United States Secretary of State under President Franklin D. Roosevelt. Born on October 2, 1871, and passing away on July 23, 1955, Hull played a pivotal role in shaping American foreign policy during the early 20th century, especially during World War II. more

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